The Latest Breaking News from Yerevan

Armenia heads to polls amid Russian pressure and threat of ‘Ukrainian scenario’

Relationship between Vladimir Putin and traditional ally has slowly unravelled under current PM Nikol Pashinyan

The Guardian - UK · Jun 6

EU backs Pashinyan on the eve of Armenia's defining elections

The EU endorsed Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan and announced a support package to counter Russian sanctions, just days before Armenia’s historic elections. Meanwhile, Pashinyan said he would go to Moscow after the vote and proclaimed that "abandoning Karabakh was my greatest service to Armenia".

Euronews · Jun 4

Armen Pogossian Represents Armenia at Forbes Under 30 Summit China, Empowering the Next Generation of Global Entrepreneurs

YEREVAN, Armenia, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Armen Pogossian, Owner of Pogossian Luxury Brand House, became the first Armenian entrepreneur to appear within the Forbes Under 30 platform in China, marking a significant milestone for Armenian entrepreneurship, luxury craftsmanship, and international business representation. Pogossian was invited to participate in the…

AAP · Jun 1

US and Armenia pledge to move forward on economic corridor during Rubio visit

Marco Rubio visited Yerevan, backing PM Pashinyan’s pro‑western course and signed TRIPP corridor and strategic partnership deals to boost regional peace.

Euronews · May 26

Armenia turns to India for weapons to counter Azerbaijan, Pakistan and Türkiye defence nexus, orders $2 billion systems

Armenia is bolstering its defence ties with India, seeking robust security against Azerbaijan's growing threats, bolstered by Pakistan and Türkiye. This strategic shift involves significant Indian defence procurements, including advanced missile systems and radars, alongside expanded joint training initiatives. New Delhi is emerging as a crucial defence partner for Yerevan,…

The Economic Times · May 25

‘A bridge, not an obstacle’: is Armenia a new crossroads between east and west?

As former Soviet Republic goes to the polls, it finds itself in a strategic tug of war between Russia, the US, Turkey, Europe and Azerbaijan

The Guardian - UK · May 25

Pashinyan grabs megaphone as exchange turns heated during election campaign

Armenian's election campaign turns fiery as Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan grabbed a megaphone and confronted critics accusing him of giving up Karabakh, during an election campaign event in Yerevan.

Euronews · May 21

Pashinyan says Karabakh 'was not ours' as Armenia and Azerbaijan look to future

In an extraordinary admission, Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan declared that Karabakh was not Armenia’s territory and that the Armenian movement for it was “a fatal mistake,” as Yerevan forges its peace with Azerbaijan and its decisive pro-EU course.

Euronews · May 11

Trump Frozen Out of Yerevan Summit: New Alliance Attended by UK, Canada, European Leaders and Hosted by Armenia

The Yerevan summit in Armenia marked a shift in global alliances, with Canada and European leaders seeking new partnerships amid US policy uncertainties and Trump's absence.

International Business Times UK · May 6

France positions itself at the heart of Armenia’s pivot to Europe

As the European Union and Armenia laid the groundwork for deeper integration at a landmark summit in Yerevan, France's presence loomed large – diplomatically, economically and culturally.

Radio France Internationale · May 5